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Good bass fishing book?

I am wondering if anyone can suggest a book that I could purchase which will help me learn the in's and out's (or at least introduce me to them) of bass fishing? I know a little but as far as how or when to fish certain lures, how to texas rig, or T rig, these things I do not know. I went out last season about 6 times and only was able to catch anything on spinners. I tried other things, but had no luck. I am guessing with some more information from a book I will be better prepared as to what and how to use other things. I also don't know anything about line, hook sizes/types. I did get a book last year at Walmart which introduced my to some of the stuff, but I guess I may need more on tactics. If anyone has any suggestions, I would greately appreciate it. Thanks.

Try the In Fisherman Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass Books, they give a basic understanding of different types of lakes.seasonal patterns, etc. Their video series is also pretty good,they make a good visual reference for the books. There are numerous books out if you are looking for advanced techniques and rigging try to get a copy of the bass techniques gien at the BASS UNIVERSITY the are pretty informative,tight lines and good luck in the upcoming season

The In-Fisherman books are must reads. They won't help you much with rigging ideas though, but you will develop a detailed understanding of bass on repeated readings. I actually like the book Bassmasters "gives" you for that sort of basic rigging stuff and when-to-use-what advice.

The best reading material that I've come across is Bassmaster magazine. It provides all types of tips, articles, and up to date info on the latest trends. It also provides plenty of information on the sport in general. It's a great read and when you sign up they usually throw in some type of incentives (eg. a few baits or a hat).

Ok but nothing is gone into any depth. You may pick up a tidbit here and there but ol' Roland doesn't explain the reasoning behind any one of his secrets. He just kind of blurts them out and expects you to accept them at face value.

Denny Brauer's Jig Fishing Secrets by Denny Brauer and Monte Burch

Not bad. If you never fished a jig successfully, get this book. I think you'll find it helpful. On the other hand, if you're already proficient with a jig, don't bother... he won't tell anything in this book you don't already know.

A tournament fisherman may look at the title and think that this book is for him... DON'T BOTHER. The book doesn't really talk much about how to prepare for and fish a tournament. It does talk about fishing tactics in general but nothing not covered anywhere else by other writers.

Big-Bass Secrets by the Experts at "Outdoor Life" magazine

This book is actually reprints of articles originally published in "Outdoor Life" magazine. Well, like the magazine, some articles are good some are not. The book is worth the read though.

Behavior of Teleost Fishes by T.J. Hara

Ok, this is a scientific book. But if you're into that kind of stuff, read this book.

Catching Bass Like a Pro by Steve Price with Guy Eaker

More of an intermediate book, kind of like Uncle Homer's.

Largemouth Bass - An In-Fisherman Handbook of Strategies by a bunch of In-Fisherman guys

Just get this book. Best book on Largemouth Bass Fishing I ever read. Read this book and when Mr. Jig mentions "early stage oli lake", you'll know what he's talking about.

Smallmouth Bass - An In-Fisherman Handbook of Strategies by a bunch of In-Fisherman guys

Be sure that when you buy the In-Fisherman Largemouth book, that you buy this one too.

Just do it!

I recently ordered from the library: Knowing bass : The Scientific Approach to Catching More Fish by Dr. Keith A. Jones. The book isn't in yet but I'm really looking forward to reading it because this is the guy that did all those studies for Berkley (Pure Fishing). Supposedly, all the results from Berkley's tests are in this book.

HOOKED!, its hardbound, and on the cover is a guy who looks like 'ol Bill Clinton, hooking up a smallie.

Finesse Bassing-Michael Jones
Stream Smallmouth-Tim Holshlag
In Fisherman Largemouth bass Fishing in the 90's
Here's one I liked not because it taught me anything but becasue it was just plain interesting to hear a legend talk....How to Think like a Fish-Tom Mann

Them Ole Brown Fish" by Billy Westmorland.

The Scientific Angler -available at most local libraries; covers interesting topics ranging from color perception of fish at specific depths to line stretch and oxygen and thermal considerations.
The Philosophical Fisherman by Harry Blaisdale
Written by a trout fisher at heart. Includes chapters on bass, pike but you can tell where his true love is. This book is old but timelessly humourous. Worth the search

The Complete Book of Tacklemaking by C. Boyd Pfeiffer. Excellent book covering everything from molding plastics to rod building. I reference that one a lot. Another good one is Lure Making (
i think that's what it's called) by A.D. Livingston. Good book regarding lead head lures.

Ken Schultz's Fishing Encyclopedia.
This book weighs 9 pounds and makes all prior books of it's type look like pretty feeble efforts.
I am still combing it for an error i can pounce on Ken about but no luck so far....Shucks.

Hookup, that is some impressive list of references. I too enjoy reading as much as I can get my hands on about fishing, especially in the winter months.

I will add, Sowbelly to the list of books. I thoroughly enjoyed this one about the search for the quest for the next record LMB. I will also ditto on Brewer's book on Slider fishing.

Videos: Love almost all of the In-Fisherman ones. "A Day on the Water with Al Linder" is recommended. I also like Don Iovino's video on Finesse/Split-Shot fishing along with his book. West Coast's Bazz Clazz videos are good too for finesse lovers (Garland Bros. on gitzits and Dick Trask on Split-Shotting)